Resource management
Dust-A-Side gives old mine roads a new purpose
What happens to a mine road when it is no longer needed? As mining operations expand and activities move into new areas, existing roads can become redundant. However, the materials used to construct these roads do not necessarily have to go to waste. Dust-A-Side recently demonstrated this during a[...]
Africa in Focus
Agricultural news, innovations and opportunities from across the continent Africa’s agricultural landscape is changing. From satellite technology helping farmers manage irrigation to investments in food processing and the growing demand for export crops, new developments are creating opportunities for farmers, agribusinesses and agricultural suppliers. In this edition of Africa[...]
Spotlight on Kiara Scott Farmer: Head winemaker at Hazendal Estate is steadily breaking new ground
Kiara Scott Farmer is one of South Africa’s most respected winemakers. Born in the Cape Flats, she graduated from Elsenburg Agricultural Training Institute in Viticulture and Oenology in Stellenbosch. “My journey has been quite unconventional,” says Kiara. “I grew up in a community where wine was often viewed negatively,[...]
Sawmillers in Ivory Coast build better lives with Wood-Mizer
The journey from Abidjan towards Ivory Coast’s capital, Yamoussoukro in the north, starts on the Autoroute du Nord. It is a busy road that leads from the city centre through busy traffic, traders and businesses that are ready to sell goods so families can eat and life can go[...]
Water bladders offer a perfect solution to farmers’ water storage needs
Water bladders are more than just convenient ways to store water for your farm, they are the perfect solution when you need long-term water storage. Silver Solutions, Water Bladders and Dam Liners owner Simon Cotton explained how remarkable these bladders are at this year’s NAMPO Cape. He said that[...]